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SHERMAN GRANT PITT 



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BIBLE STUDY AND THE 
CHRISTIAN LIFE 

Outline Lessons for Church Classes 



BY 

SHERMAN GRANT PITT 



FOREWORD 
BY 

BISHOP JOSEPH F. BERRY 




THE METHODIST BOOK CONCERN 

NEW YORK CINCINNATI 



Copyright, 1915, by 
SHERMAN GRANT PITT 



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FOREWORD 



In a perfectly splendid way my friend Pitt has given 
us a workable scheme of studies on the spiritual life. The 
studies have the rare merit of simplicity and comprehen- 
siveness. 

Every young Christian needs line upon line of instruc- 
tion in the life of the soul and in the soul of life. The lack 
of it accounts for much that is fickle in Christian faith and 
fruitless in Christian living. In these studies the Bible is 
honored, our divine Lord is magnified, and the fundamentals 
of religion are enforced. This is all done in such a clear, 
attractive, and practical way that no persuasion will be 
needed to get the young Christian to join the classes and 
pursue the lessons. 

These studies will be a great thing for the spiritual cul- 
ture of the converts now coming in literal brigades into our 
churches. My advice to pastors is to organize classes after 
the Bridgeton model. Any alert pastor can use it. He 
need not be an expert in inductive instruction. He needs 
only a burning passion to have an intelligent membership — 
a membership grounded in the vital things of the Kingdom. 

Joseph F. Berry. 



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INTRODUCTION 



It is a matter of regret that a very large percentage of 
the membership of the Christian Church take so little real 
interest in the progress of the Kingdom. May the reason 
not largely be found in the lack of definiteness with which 
the Kingdom is brought to their consideration? 

It is true that the people are urged to study the Bible 
and the various lines of church activity. But the rank and 
file of the Church do not seem to know how to undertake 
it. Courses of study have been published that are very 
valuable, but the most of them cover so long a period of 
time, or seem so formidable in other ways that the people 
are afraid to try them. 

We have found that a brief course, more suggestive than 
exhaustive, direct and practical, and aimed at meeting local 
conditions will secure attention. The principal merit 
claimed for the outlines here presented is their directness 
and adaptability to local conditions, and that they are 
within the reach of all. The headings are so stated in each 
lesson that the study of them can be as exhaustive as the 
time and ability of the student may permit. The aim has 
been to enlist the people's attention in themes that are 
very vital to the Church and individual believers. It is 
hoped that by pursuing these simple studies of some out- 
standing points of the spiritual life, many will have de- 
veloped an appetite for more. 

The courses here presented have a logical order as they 
are arranged, but may be taken up in any order as con- 
ditions locally may direct. They are regarded as only in- 
troductory to the study of three phases of the spiritual life. 
First is its inception, or Studies in Evangelism. The second 
is the development of the spiritual life by the Word. For 
this there are two courses in Bible Study, the first in the 
New Testament and the other in the Old Testament. The 
third section is a course in concreting the spiritual life, or 

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INTRODUCTION 



its expression in everyday relationships. This last might 
furnish a guide for Adult Bible Classes for a quarter's 
study in practical Christianity. The first course might well 
precede the evangelistic campaign, the last follow it, and 
the others at such times as may best suit local conditions. 

The points enumerated under each lesson are merely 
suggestions as to lines of discussion, purposely simple so 
that any church or society may feel that it can take up the 
work, yet we believe they will be found adequate as a basis 
for as profound discussion as most such companies will 
undertake. 

All books referred to in the succeeding pages may be 
ordered through The Methodist Book Concern. 



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STUDIES IN EVANGELISM 



LESSON ONE 

WHAT IS EVANGELISM? 

Distinguish between the incidental and the vital in evan- 
gelism. 

What is the aim in evangelism? 

To whom does evangelistic work belong? 

Why is evangelism vital to the Kingdom? 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 

Practical Evangelism — Burgwin. 50 cents, postpaid. 
New Testament Evangelism — Kilpatrick. $1.25, postpaid. 

Letters on Evangelism — Hughes. Cloth binding, 25 cents; postage, 3 cents; paper 

binding, 15 cents; postage, 3 cents. 
The New Evangelism — Drummond. 50 cents; postage, 10 cents. 

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LESSON TWO 



EVANGELISTIC METHODS 

What methods does church history show? 

What was largely Jesus's method? 

Have methods in evangelism changed? 

Have similar changes taken place in other lines of effort? 

Cite business and politics. 
Conditions determine the methods to be used. 
Why is a community study a good basis for evangelism? 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 

Catching Men — Brushingham. 75 cents, postpaid. 

Everyday Evangelism — Leete. $1.00, postpaid. 

The Crisis in Church Work — Ostrom. 50 cents, postpaid. 

The Art of Soul-Winning — Mahood. 25 cents, postpaid. 

The Evangelistic Awakening — Stewart. 75 cents, postpaid. 

Gospel Cheer Messages — Swift. $1.25, postpaid. 

The Great Commission — Stewart. 50 cents, postpaid. 

Soul -Winning — Carroll. 50 cents, postpaid. 

The Sunday Night Service — Sheridan. 50 cents, postpaid. 

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LESSON THREE 



REVIVAL MEETINGS 

Formerly the prevailing method of evangelism. 
Illustrate by Finney, Moody, Chapman, and Methodist 
history. 

Still effective and not to be discarded as one method. 
Shall an evangelist be secured to lead these meetings? 
Why is pastoral leadership ordinarily the best? 
Is lay cooperation necessary for success? 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 

Soul -Winners' Secrets — Oliver. 15 cents; postage, 4 cents. 

The Revival — MacDonald. 75 cents, postpaid. 

The Revival and After the Revival — Vincent. 25 cents, postpaid. 

The Revival and the Pastor — Peck. 75 cents, postpaid. 

A Summer Revival — Allen. 50 cents, postpaid. 

The Twentieth Century Revival — Roller. 50 cents, postpaid. 

The Why, When, and How of Revivals — Mallalieu. 50 cents, postpaid. 

Helps to the Promotion of Revivals — Watson. 50 cents, postpaid. 

The Gate to the Gospel — Helms. 75 cents, postpaid. 

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LESSON FOUR 



SABBATH SCHOOL EVANGELISM 

One important aim in all grades. 

An evangelistic spirit in the school essential. 

This spirit is created by the workers, especially the teachers. 

Definite evangelistic effort in the school. 

This effort should be varied at different times and adapted 

in method to different grades and ages. 
What is the value of "Decision Day" ? 
What preparation should there be? 
What follow-up work should there be? 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 

Decision Day — Henderson. 5 cents; postage, 1 cent. 
Young People and World Evangelization — Goucher. 25 cents, postpaid. 
Preservation Versus the Rescue of the Child — McFarland. 5 cents; postage, 2 cents. 
The Book and the Child — McFarland. 5 cents; postage, 2 cents. 

Year Book and Leaflet Literature issued by the Board of Sunday Schools can be se- 
cured by sending to The Board of Sunday Schools, 1020 South Wabash Avenue, 
Chicago, Illinois. 

Parent, Child, and Church — Smith. 75 cents, postpaid. 

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LESSON FIVE 



HOME EVANGELISM 

Parents are ordained to be evangelists to their own children. 
What is the spiritual status of the child? 
What makes a home a saving force? 

Emphasize the family altar, parental example, and parental 
instruction. 

Spiritual atmosphere is more than religious forms. 
Parental responsibility cannot be shifted, but it can call in 
help. 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 

The Soul of a Child — Huse. 75 cents, postpaid. 

A Boy's Religion — Hughes. 50 cents, postpaid. 

Messages for Home and Life — Young. $1.25, postpaid. 

Morning Prayers for Home Worship— Skene. $1.50, postpaid. 

The Child as God's Child — Rishell. 75 cents, postpaid. 

The Mother the Child's First Bible Teacher — Foster. 25 cents, postpaid. 

The Child's Religious Life — Koons. 75 cents, postpaid. 

The Unfolding Life — Lamoreaux. 50 cents; postage, 8 cents. 

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LESSON SIX 



PERSONAL EVANGELISM 

Study biblical examples, as Jesus and the apostles. 

Why is personal evangelism more effective than the mass 

meeting? 
Be natural in doing personal work. 
The necessity of tact in personal work. 
This is an everyday method, not dependent on seasons. 
Form a "Constituency Roll" of the unconverted members of 

families connected with the church. This is the nearest 

field for evangelistic effort. 

Notes 



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LESSON SEVEN 



PERSONAL EVANGELISM AT WORK 

The worker's preparation: 

1. He hears God's call. — Isa. 6. 8. Matt. 9. 38. 

2. Realizes the worth of a soul. — Matt. 16. 26. 

3. Impelled by right motive. — 2 Cor. 5. 14. 

4. Personal Christian experience. — John 1. 41, 45. 2 Tim. 
1. 12. Rom. 8. 16. Col. 3. 16. 

5. Tactful. 1 Cor. 9. 22. 

Have a prayer list for daily intercession by name. 

Notes 



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LESSON EIGHT 
EVANGELISM AT WORK (CONTINUED) 

Objections met with in personal work: 

1. I do not need salvation. — Psa. 51. Luke 18. 19. 2 Cor. 
5- 14. 

2. I am too great a sinner. — Luke 5. 32; 19. 10. 1 Tim. 
1. 15. Isa. 1. 18. 

3. I do the best I can. — Eph. 2. 8-9. Rom. 10. 1-13. 
James 2. 10. 

4. I am better than members of the Church. — Rom* 14. 
10-12. 2 Cor. 5. 10. Rev. 22. 11. 

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LESSON NINE 



EVANGELISM AT WORK (CONTINUED) 

Other objections met: 

1. I cannot sacrifice so much. — Psa. 16. 1 1. Eccl. u. 9; 
2. 1. Matt. 10. 37-42; 16. 26. 

2. I am not ready yet. — Luke 14. 17. Acts 24. 25. 
James 4. 13-17. Luke 12. 19, 20. 2 Cor. 5. 15. 

3. I could not hold out. — John 6. 37. 2 Tim. 1. 12; 4. 
18. Rom. 8. 31-39. Eph. 3. 20. Jude 24. 

4. I do not understand it. — John 7. 17. Prov. 3. 5-7. 
Psa. 32. 8. John 16. 13. 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE— LESSONS VI, VII, VIII, 

AND IX 

Personal Work; or, Bringing Men to Christ — Broadhurst. 75 cents, postpaid. 
The Personal Ministry of the Son of Man — Jeffrey. $1.00, postpaid, 
Personal Salvation — Cant well. 75 cents, postpaid. 

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STUDIES FOR SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT 

TWO COURSES IN BIBLE STUDY 
I. Lessons in the New Testament 
II. Lessons in the Old Testament 



NEW TESTAMENT COURSE OF TEN LESSONS 



LESSON ONE 
NEW TESTAMENT SURVEY 

Number of books. 

Number of writers. 

When completed. 

Books classified. 

Relation to the Old Testament. 

The central theme of the New Testament. 

The central figure of the New Testament. 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 

New Testament 

New Testament History — Rail. Si. 50, postpaid- 
Historical Evidences of the New Testament — Bowman. S3-00, postpaid. 
Men of the New Testament — Milligan. $1.50, postpaid. 

The Representative Men of the New Testament — Matheson. Si. 00; postage, 14 cents. 
Practical Commentary on New Testament — Nicoll. 2 vols., each 50 cents; postage, 
12 cents each. 

Wesley's Notes on the New Testament. Si -50, postpaid. 

Outline Studies in the New Testament for Bible Teachers — Hurlbut. Cloth binding, 
40 cents; postage, 4 cents additional; postal card cover, 25 cents; postage, 3 cents 
additional. 

Historical Setting of the Early Gospel — Hall. 75 cents, postpaid. 
The Manifold Message of the Gospel — Stuart. Si. 00, postpaid. 
The. Men of the Gospels — Hough. 50 cents, postpaid. 

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LESSON TWO 



THE FOURFOLD BIOGRAPHY 

A composite picture in the four Gospels. 
The Gospels supplement each other. 
Jesus Christ from four view points. 
The Gospel according to Matthew characterized. 
The Gospel according to Mark characterized. 
The Gospel according to Luke characterized. 
The Gospel according to John characterized. 
The complete Christ. 

Notes 



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Studies in the Gospel of John — First and Second Series — Eckman. Each, $1.00, 
postpaid. 

The Galilean Gospel — Bruce. 50 cents; postage, 10 cents. 
Jesus and the Gospel — Denney. $2.00, postpaid. 
The Gospel in Literature — Greene. Si. 00, postpaid. 
The Christ of the Gospels — Holdsworth. $1.25, postpaid. 
Synopsis of the First Three Gospels — Huck. $1.00, postpaid. 
A Harmony of the Gospels — Withrow. 40 cents, postpaid, 

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LESSON THREE 



JESUS, THE MAN 

Genealogy. — Matt, i ; 13. 55. Rom. 1. 3. 

His Birth. — John 1. 14. Luke 2. 1, 21. Matt. 2. Phil. 2. 

7, 8. 

Youth. — Luke 2. 42-52. 

Human Needs — John 4. 6, 7. Matt. 4. 2. John 11. 35. 
His Death. — Matt. 27. Mark 15. Luke 23. John 19. 
Called "Son of Man/— Matt. 17. 22; 20. 18; 26. 2. Mark 

8. 31; 9. 9; 10. 33. Luke 9. 44; 18. 31. John 5. 27; 12.34. 

Notes 



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Jesus Christ and the People — Pearse. 25 cents, postpaid. 

The Mediation of Jesus Christ — Terry. 75 cents, postpaid. 

Quiet Talks About Jesus — Gordon. 75 cents, postpaid. 

The Royalty of Jesus — Luccock. 50 cents, postpaid. 

Self-Portraiture of Jesus — Ross. $1.00, postpaid. 

The Story of Jesus — Batchelor. 40 cents, postpaid. 

Studies in the Life of Christ — Taylor. 50 cents; postage, 12 cents. 

The Story of Christ's Passion — Leeson. 50 cents, postpaid. 

The Day of the Cross — Clow. $1.50, postpaid. 

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LESSON FOUR 



CHRIST, THE SON OF GOD 

He was announced as such from heaven — 
At his baptism. — Matt. 3. 17. Mark 1. 11. Luke 3. 22. 
At the transfiguration. — Matt. 7. 5. Mark 9. 7. Luke 9. 35. 
Called so by himself. — Matt. 11. 27. Mark 14. 61, 62. Luke 

22. 70. John 3. 16; 1. 19. 
Called so by his disciples. — Matt. 14. 33. Mark 1. 1. John 

1. 14, 18. 

Other references. — Matt. 16. 18. John 4. 25, 26; 13. 3; 
20. 30. 

Notes 



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The Christ of the Gospels — Holdsworth. $1.25, postpaid. 

Our Brother of Joy — Baines-Griffith. 50 cents, postpaid. 

Christ and Man — Dods. $1.50, postpaid. 

Nature and Christ — Beet. 75 cents, postpaid. 

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LESSON FIVE 



JESUS, THE SAVIOUR 

Angelic announcement. — Luke 2. n. 
His name foretold. — Matt. I. 21. 
The word of John the Baptist. — John I. 29. 
Jesus assumes the role. — Luke 4. 18, 19; 19. 10. John 6, 
51; 8. 12; 10. 7, 9-1 1, 15, 27, 28; 11. 25, 26. 

Notes 



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The Incarnate Saviour — Nicoll. $1.00, postpaid. 

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LESSON SIX 

JESUS CHRIST, THE KING 

Proclaims himself King. — Matt. 21. 4, 5; 27. it. John 19. 
12, 19. 

The Kingdom. — Matt. 4. 17; 6. 10; 28. 18. 

His Lordship. — Phil. 2. 9-1 1. Col. 2. 6; 3. 23, 24. 

Notes 



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The Christianity of Jesus Christ — Is It Ours? — Pearse. 25 cents, postpaid. 
The Bible and Life — Hughes. $1.00, postpaid. 
Our Lord and Master — Young. 25 cents, postpaid. 
Etchings of the Master — McFarland. $1.25, postpaid. 

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LESSON SEVEN 



JESUS, THE TEACHER 
Matt. 5. I, 2. John 7. 46. 

With authority. — Matt. 7. 29; 23. 8. Mark 1. 22. 

Where he taught. — Matt. 4. 23. Luke 4. 15 ; 6. 6. Matt. 21. 

23 ; 26. 55. Mark 12. 35. Luke 21. 37. Mark 4. 1 ; 6. 34. 
His methods. By parables and familiar illustrations. 

Notes 



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The Magnetism of Christ — Smith. $1.25, postpaid. 

Jesus and the Gospel — Denney. $2.00, postpaid. 

Jesus the World Teacher — McGee. Si. 00, postpaid. 

The Social Teachings of Jesus — Mathews. Si. 50, postpaid. 

The Teaching of Jesus — Jackson. Si. 25, postpaid. 

The Methods of the Master — Peck. Si. 00, postpaid. 

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LESSON EIGHT 



THE MINISTRY OF JESUS 
How long did it continue? 

Various periods. — i. As to place: in Galilee, Judaea, and 
Persea. 2. As to his popularity : obscurity, popularity, and 
opposition. 

The nature of his ministry. — Matt. 20. 28; 25. 44. 
His miracles. 

Notes 



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The Miracles of Our Saviour — Taylor. 50 cents; postage, 10 cents. 

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LESSON NINE 



THE WORLD PROGRAM OF JESUS 

His mission to Israel — Matt. 10. 6; 18. n. 
To the Gentiles. — John 10. 16. 

Universal provision. — John 3. 16. Matt. 24. 14; 26. 13; 
28. 19. Mark 13. 10. 

Notes 



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Christianity and the New Age — Mains. $1.50, postpaid. 
The Galilean Gospel — Bruce. 50 cents; postage, 10 cents. 

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LESSON TEN 

THE HOLY SPIRIT IS JESUS'S REPRESENTATIVE 

NOW 

He works in every believer what Jesus provided for every 
one. — John 14. 16, 26; 15. 26; 16. 7. 

Notes 



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The Holy Spirit, Our Helper — Folsom. Si. 25, postpaid. 
The Tongue of Fire — Arthur. 50 cents, postpaid. 
The lung's Standard — Dungan. In press. 

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OLD TESTAMENT COURSE OF TEN LESSONS 

LESSON ONE 

The Making of the Old Testament. 

Biblical Criticism. 

Chronology. 

Authorship. 

When written. 

When put into the present form. 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 

Christian View of the Old Testament — Eiselen. $1.00, postpaid. 
The Bible as Literature — Wood and Grant. $1.50, postpaid. 

Outline Studies in the Old Testament for Bible Teachers — Hurlbut. Cloth binding, 

40 cents; postage, 4 cents. Postcard cover, 25 cents; postage, 3 cents. 
The Old Testament Problems — Knudson. 25 cents, postpaid. 

The Chronology of Bible History and How to Remember It — Munger. 35 cents; 
postage, 4 cents. 

The Bible, Its Origin and Authority — Lofthouse. 50 cents, postpaid. 



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LESSON TWO 
GROUPING OF THE BOOKS 

Law. 

History. — The Development of God's Program. 
Poetry. — Peculiar style; used in Temple worship. 
Prophecy. — i. Concerning other nations. 2. Concerning 
the Jews. 3. Messianic. 

Notes 



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Beacon Lights of Prophecy — Knudson. Si. 25, postpaid. 

Prophecy and the Prophets — Eiselen. Si. 50, postpaid. 

The Temple — Edersheim. 50 cents; postage, 10 cents. 

The Beatitudes of the Old Testament — Dunbar. $1.00, postpaid. 

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LESSON THREE 



PERIOD BEFORE THE FLOOD 

Various views of the record. 
A story of beginnings. 
Principal characters. 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 

Creation — Foster. Vol. IV. Studies in Theology. $2.50, postpaid. 
Men of the Old Testament (Cain to David) — Milligan. $1.50, postpaid. 

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LESSON FOUR 



PERIOD OF THE PATRIARCHS 

Duration of the period. 
Leading events. 
The principal characters. 
Where is the biblical account? 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 
The God of the Patriarchs — Selby. Si. 25, postpaid. 

Studies of the Singers, Wisdom Writers, and Prophets of the Old Testament — Morgan. 

25 cents; postage, 3 cents. 
Men of the Old Testament (Cain to David) — Milligan. $1.50, postpaid. 

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LESSON FIVE 



PERIOD OF WANDERING AND CONQUEST 

Where is the biblical record? 
Duration of the period. 
The leading characters. 
Striking events of the period. 

Notes 



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Short Studies of Old Testament Heroes — Morgan, so cents; postage, 8 cents. 

Egypt to Canaan — Tuttle. Si.oo, postpaid. 

Social Institutions and Ideals of the Bible — Soares. In press. 

Men of the Old Testament (Solomon to Jonah) — Milligan. Si. 50, postpaid. 

The Witness of Israel — Moulton. $1.25, postpaid. 

The Permanent Message of the Exodus — Smith. $1.00, postpaid. 

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LESSON SIX 



PERIOD OF THE JUDGES 

Condition of the people. 

The number of judges. 

The principal judges. 

The time covered by the period. 

The biblical account. 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 

Old Testament History — Peritz. In press. $1.50, postpaid. 
The Bible as Literature — Wood and Grant. $1.50, postpaid. 



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LESSON SEVEN 



PERIOD OF THE UNITED KINGDOM 

Books of the Bible belonging to this period. 
Its duration. 

Rulers and principal events of their reigns. 
Prophets of the period. 

Notes 



books FOR 

Old Testament History — Smith. 
Old Testament History — Peritz. 



READING AND REFERENCE 

$1.25; postage, 10 cents. 
In press. $1.50, postpaid. 

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LESSON EIGHT 



PERIOD OF THE DIVIDED KINGDOM 

Cause of the division. 

The territory of each division. 

Time covered by the period. 

The rulers characterized. 

Prophets of the period. 

Downfall of each kingdom. 

Bible books belonging to the period. 

Notes 



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The Minor Prophets — Eiselen. $2.00, postpaid. 

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LESSON NINE 



THE PERIOD OF CAPTIVITY 

The place of captivity. 
Duration of it. 
Conditions of their bondage. 
Bible books of the period. 
Prophets of the time. 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 
Prophecy and the Prophets — Eiselen. $1.50, postpaid. 

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LESSON TEN 



THE PERIOD OF RESTORATION AND OF 
SILENCE 

Various expeditions and their leaders. 
Conditions in Jerusalem. 
Difficulties met with. 
The biblical accounts. 

Jewish history between the Old and New Testament 
records. 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 

The Apocrypha. 

Old Testament History — Peritz. In press. $1.50, postpaid. 

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A COURSE OF STUDY 
IN THE 

EXPRESSION OF THE SPIRITUAL LIFE 



LESSON ONE 



INTRODUCTORY— EXPRESSION AS AN ESSEN- 
TIAL TO SPIRITUAL GROWTH 

Life naturally expresses itself. 
Repression weakens it. 

Expression applies subjective Christianity to everyday 
living. 

It turns personal life into practical service. 
It changes theory into practice. 
Expression is outward proof of inner life. 

Notes 



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Our Spiritual Skies — Woods. $1.00, postpaid. 

A Working Faith — Rail. $1.00, postpaid. 

The Upper Trail — Gettys. 50 cents, postpaid. 

Spiritual Values — Guth. $1.00, postpaid. 

Spiritual Elect rology — Brushingham. 25 cents, postpaid. 

The Place of Prayer in the Christian Religion — Campbell. $1.00, postpaid. 

Helps from the Hills — Ascham. $1.00, postpaid. 

The Spiritual Life — Coe. $1.00, postpaid. 

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LESSON TWO 



THE EXPRESSION OF THE SPIRITUAL LIFE IN 

THE HOME 

The home is fundamental to all life. 
Its character is of vital importance. 

Spiritual life in the home is more far-reaching than any- 
where else. 

It is expressed in the atmosphere of the home. 

Expressed in the ideals of the home. 

Expressed in the customs of the home. 

Expressed also in the spirit shown between individuals. 

Notes 



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Messages for Home and Life — Young. $1.25, postpaid. 
Morning Prayers for Home Worship — Skene. $1.50, postpaid. 
The Christian Family — Hiller. $1.25, postpaid. 

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LESSON THREE 



THE EXPRESSION OF THE SPIRITUAL LIFE IN 
THE CHURCH 

The Church is organized spiritual life. 

The Christian will belong to it or be misunderstood. 

The Christian will attend church, first, to get help, and 

second, to give help. 
The Christian will devote the use of his talents to the 

Church. 
He will support the Church. 

What will attach men more strongly to the Church? 

Notes 



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Religion for the Times — Clark. 50 cents; postage, 10 cents. 

The King's Conquest — Luce. $1.00, postpaid. 

The Experimental Note — Sheridan. $1.25, postpaid. 

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LESSON FOUR 



THE EXPRESSION OF SPIRITUAL LIFE IN 
BUSINESS 

The spiritual life determines the character of one's busi- 
ness. 

Its expression is the worldly man's test. 

How does it express itself in business? 

Is the spiritual life practical in business? 

Is the business world generally Christian in practice? 

Notes 



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Work-Day Christianity — Clark. 50 cents; postage, 10 cents. 
The Essence and the Ethics of Politics — Cook. $1.00, postpaid. 



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LESSON FIVE 



THE EXPRESSION OF SPIRITUAL LIFE IN 
SOCIETY 

What traits of character are prevalent in society? 
How would the spiritual life affect them? 
Social life is a God-ordained agency for leavening the 
world. 

Would society be dull if Christianized? 

How does this subject apply to our community? 

Notes 



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The Making of To-Morrow — Mathews. $1.00, postpaid. 

The Social Application of Religion — Stelzle. 75 cents, postpaid. 

The Social Creed of the Churches — Ward. 50 cents; postage, 8 cents. 

Social Solutions in the Light of Christian Ethics — Hall. $1.50, postpaid. 

The Socialized Church — Tippy. 50 cents; postage, 8 cents. 

Social Messages — Barnes. 50 cents, postpaid. 

Christian Character as a Social Power — Smith. $1.00, postpaid. 

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LESSON SIX 



THE EXPRESSION OF SPIRITUAL LIFE IN 
CITIZENSHIP 

Human government is divinely ordained. 
To help on the Kingdom it must be in the hands of spir- 
itual men. 

Politics can be purified only by pure individuals. 
The sacredness of the ballot. 

Spiritual men must help create a spiritual public sentiment. 
The relation of Church and State. 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 

Art and Citizenship — Clark. 75 cents, postpaid. 
The Essence and the Ethics of Politics — Cook. $1.00, postpaid. 
Christianity and the United States — Goucher. 50 cents, postpaid. 
Personal Religion and the Social Awakening — Finney. 75 cents, postpaid. 

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LESSON SEVEN 



THE EXPRESSION OF SPIRITUAL LIFE IN 
RECREATION AND AMUSEMENT 

Leisure time is a testing time. Choices then reveal the 

inner tendency of the life. 
The effect of pleasure on the soul is as important as that 

of work. 

Play expresses the character as well as work does. 
How does this question affect the amount of time and ex- 
pense given to pleasure? 
Consider the character of local amusements. 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 

Social Plans for Young People — Reisner. 75 cents, postpaid. 
Marching Manward — Beck. 75 cents, postpaid. 

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LESSON EIGHT 



THE EXPRESSION OF SPIRITUAL LIFE IN 
PHILANTHROPY 

Our interest in others is shown by it. 

Shall charity be organized or help be given promiscuously? 
The value of the personal element in relief work, to the 

giver and to the recipient. 
The value of organized helpfulness. 
The Church benevolences. 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 
Early Methodist Philanthropy — North. $1.00, postpaid. 

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LESSON NINE 



SPIRITUAL LIFE AND MONEY 

The effect of a spiritual life on the making of money. 
The manifestation of spiritual life in the use of money. 
The sin of covetousness. 
The stewardship of money. 
The tithing system. 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE— LESSONS VIII AND IX 
A Man and His Money — Calkins. $1.00, postpaid. 

The Victory of Mary Christopher — Calkins. Cloth, 15 cents; postage, 4 cents. Paper, 

10 cents; postage, 4 cents. 
Wealth — Barker. 15 cents, postpaid. 

Our Christian Stewardship — Duncan. 50 cents; postage, 7 cents. 
Christian Giving — Harshman. 15 cents; postage, 4 cents. 

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LESSON TEN 



THE EXPRESSION OF THE SPIRITUAL LIFE IN 
OUR LANGUAGE 

Language reveals the tone of our lives. 

Our language should be a rebuke to profanity. 

Slang is unbecoming. 

Christian conversation should always be morally clean. 
Wit need not be suggestive of evil, but entirely pure. 
The application of this lesson to our community. 

Notes 



LESSON ELEVEN 



SPIRITUAL EXPRESSION IN ORGANIZED LIFE 

Organized bodies frequently do what individuals would 
not do. 

What should a Christian man do in a corporation? 
What should a Christian man do in a Labor Union? 
What can a Christian do when in a minority? 
The Christian employer will show the greatest possible con- 
sideration to his employees. 
The Christian employee will do his best for his employer. 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 
Christian Brotherhoods — Leete. Si. 50, postpaid. 

A Year Book of the Church and Social Service in the United States — Ward. 25 cents; 
postage, 5 cents. 

The Challenge of the City — Strong. Paper, 40 cents, postpaid. Cloth, 60 cents, 
postpaid. 

Christ Enthroned in the Industrial World — Roads. $1.00, postpaid. 
Christ in the Social Order — Clow. $1.25, postpaid. 
The Social Engineer — Earp. $1.50, postpaid. 

Social Aspects of Religious Institutions — Earp. 75 cents, postpaid. 
Solving the Country Church Problem — Bricker. $1.25, postpaid. 
The Social Teaching of the Bible — Keeble. Si. 00, postpaid. 
The Social Law of Service — Ely. 75 cents, postpaid. 

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LESSON TWELVE 

CHRISTIAN EXPRESSION IN CLOSE CONTACTS 

Do my business principles commend Christianity to my 
partner ? 

Does my diligence as an employee commend Christianity 
to my fellow-workmen? 

Does my conduct as an employer help or hinder my Chris- 
tian appeal to my employees? 

What impression of Christianity will young people get 
from me? 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 

Christianity in the Modern World — Cairns. $1.25, postpaid. 

A Man's Religion — McDowell. 50 cents, postpaid. 

The Religion of Modern Manhood — Richardson. 50 cents, postpaid, 

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LESSON THIRTEEN 



SPIRITUAL LIFE EXPRESSED WHILE 
TRAVELING 

It will not be selfish, occupying more room than one is en- 
titled to, or crowding weaker people one side. 
It will not be overbearing. 
It will be thoughtful of others. 

Spiritual life expresses itself by seeking the right kind of 
company. 

It shows itself in the kind of recreation sought. 
Consider the Gideons, or Christian traveling men, who try 
to do something for Christ each day. 

Notes 



BOOKS FOR READING AND REFERENCE 
The Devotional Classics. Price, each, 25 cents, postpaid. 
Heart Religion as Described by John Wesley-— Mudge. 
The Inner Life — Kuhns. 
A New Epistle — Westley. 

Religious Experience: Exemplified in the Lives of Illustrious Christians — Mudge. 
Without Sound of Hammer — Vincent. 

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